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Josie Long presents short Christmas-themed documentaries and adventures in sound - featuring a long time resident of Santa Claus, Indiana and a dive into It's a Wonderful Life.

Josie Long presents short Christmas-themed documentaries and adventures in sound.

We hear from a long time resident of Santa Claus, Indiana, the comedian Mark Thomas offers a tender reflection on Away in a Manger, and Karolyn Grimes - the woman who played Zuzu Bailey in the festive classic It's a Wonderful Life - explores how it's interwoven with her life.

The Chief Elf of Santa Claus, Indiana
Featuring Pat Koch
Produced by Andrea Rangecroft

Away in a Manger
Featuring Mark Thomas
Produced by Sarah Cuddon

It's a Wonderful Life
Featuring Karolyn Grimes
Produced by Andrea Rangecroft

Series Producer: Eleanor McDowall
A Falling Tree production for 大象传媒 Radio 4

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28 minutes

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Christmas Day 2018 16:00

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